Martinez was a devoted mother, grand and great grandmother. She always had a place to rest your head, food to eat and stories to share and warm your heart. She always loved to learn, loved to cook, garden and enjoyed her pets.

Her survivors include her brother, Joe and family; sisters, Hilda and family, Gloria and family.

The family viewing will be 2 p.m. Sunday, March 24, and the public visitation will be 3-5pm. Sunday. The funeral will be noon Monday, March 25, at Ivy K Gillespie at 1865 Eastern SE with the family hour at 11 a.m.